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Human Rights

The Ontario Human Rights Code is a law in the  province of Ontario that gives all people equal rights and opportunities without discrimination. The Code prohibits actions that discriminate against people based on a protected ground in a protected social area.



Protected grounds include:

  • Age
  • Ancestry, colour, race
  • Citizenship
  • Ethnic origin
  • Place of origin
  • Creed
  • Disability
  • Family status
  • Marital status (including single status)
  • Gender identity, gender expression
  • Receipt of public assistance (in housing only)
  • Record of offences (in employment only)
  • Sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding)
  • Sexual orientation 

The information on this website is for general knowledge only; it is not intended to substitute for the advice of a lawyer or paralegal and does not address any specific facts or circumstances of your case. You should confirm with your legal representative whether this information applies to your specific situation. Please note that the use of this website does not constitute and client Paralegal Relationship.


Your privacy is extremely important to me. The trust placed in me by my clients is absolutely essential to my success. I understand that and do all I can to earn and protect that trust. I do not share your personal information with any outside companies, other than as necessary to fulfill your request.

164 Innisfil Street Unit 107, Barrie, ON, Canada L4N 3E7

Phone: 705-252-5213 | Fax: 705-252-5314

Email: actnowlegalservices@gmail.com

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